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Taking a vacation in New Brunswick consists of not only an adventure in nature, but also an encounter with interesting culture and a lot of history, since it is one of Canada’s four original provinces. Although the province offers numerous museums and historical buildings, it also has many breathtaking parks of natural beauty.

The region is an adventure lover’s dream come true. Activities such as cave exploration, whale watching, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, and biking are popular. In the winter, there is skiing and snowmobiling. If you are looking for a calm and serene experience during your vacation in New Brunswick, you can do some bird watching, or simply relax in one of the many full menu spas.

Weather in New Brunswick

New Brunswick boasts some of Canada’s warmest summers with an average daily temperature of 73.9 degrees Fahrenheit, and winter temperatures staying just above freezing. Your vacation in New Brunswick should take into account the time of year, as you will need to pack accordingly. This province enjoys the wonderful variation of all four seasons.

In the summer, rainfall is relatively modest and temperatures can reach 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Autumn with its colorful foliage comes quickly, lasting through October.

Winter lasts about four months, with the first snow typically happening at the end of November. Snowfalls in New Brunswick are intense, often averaging between 8 to 12 inches at a time; they are a welcome gift for those who enjoy the outdoor winter activities. Despite the cold temperatures, the sun shines brightly and strong most days.

Main Cities in New Brunswick

• Fredericton- The capital of New Brunswick, Fredericton, boasts an endless list of interesting things to do and see. Killarney Lake Park, The Green Park, Officer’s Square Park, and Reading Park offer walking trails, beaches, and winter skating rinks for the whole family to enjoy. York Sunbury Museum, Beaverbrook Art Gallery and Boyce Farmer’s Market are considered favorite spots by tourists. The city hosts an abundance of film and music festivals throughout the year.
• Moncton – Located in the Petitcodiac River Valley, Moncton is the second largest city in the Maritime Provinces. Centennial Park provides lighted hiking trails and cross country skiing. The city has a ballet theater and a symphony orchestra. Moncton Museum, Magic Mountain Water Park, Crystal Palace Amusement Park, and worldwide-known Magnetic Hill should not be missed.
• Saint John – This city is the ideal place to just sit and watch the ships roll in during your vacation in New Brunswick. Here you will discover the magic of Bay of Fundy’s reverse rapids whose power forces the waters to actually reverse their flow. Saint John is home to New Brunswick Museum, Vanish Kingdom Amusement Park, Cherry Brook Zoo and Irving National Park.

Beaches

Crystal-clear freshwater beaches such as Kiwanis Centennial Beach, Dominion Park Beach, Lakewood Reservoir, Rockwood Park Beach and Silver Lake are ideal locations for swimming, fishing, boating or just soaking up the sun.

For those looking for rich marine life and awesome landscape, New Brunswick’s many saltwater beaches, such as New River Beach, Mispec Beach, Katy’s Cove Beach and Indian Point Beach deserve to be explored.

Special Attractions

• Magnetic Hill – A vacation in New Brunswick is not complete without a trip to this famous spot, where you will experience an incredible phenomenon. On of the slope, your car will roll uphill when you remove your foot from the brake. On these grounds, you will also find a water theme park, a railroad, and a zoo that houses over 400 animals to entertain the young and old.
• Crystal Palace Amusement Park – Rain or shine, snow or wind, this indoor amusement park runs year round. From roller coasters to wall climbing, you will find lots of fun here.
• The Hopewell Rocks – These are a top attraction on the shores of Bay of Fundy. Considered a World Marine Wonder, these unique rock formations have developed over thousands of years. Visitors can walk among them when the tide is low, or kayak over the same area when the tide comes in. Here you will witness some of the world’s highest tides.
• Cape Enrage – Anyone taking a vacation in New Brunswick must see one of Canada’s most spectacular panoramic scenery. From atop cliffs that are 150 feet high, you are provided with a breathtaking view of the bay, from Quaco to Dorchester to Apple River. You can repel down the cliffs to a fossil beach and explore a coastal trail.
• Saint John City Market – Located in an old historical building, it provides an original shopping experience every single time. The place displays local crafts and souvenirs, houses little cafes and greengrocers, and accommodates many country vendors. Tourists gather at the wrought iron gates every morning and wait to hear the bell that indicates the onset of the shopping day.

RFID enabled wristbands are used for various purposes across a number if industries. Schools, hospitals, amusement parks, militaries, cruise ships and a number of other enterprises are moving forward with projects to put RFID tags into wristbands. RFID enabled wristbands are ideal for various applications where it is vital to provide location or privileged services to patrons, patients, workers, temporary visitors or other personnel groups. Some of the applications that come to mind are in healthcare, where these wristbands can provide patient safety and security; in the entertainment industry where wristbands can be used for convenience and customer safety; the U.S. Department of Defense can use Radio-frequency identification wristbands to track soldiers, and combat casualties, and higher education facilities could used RFID wristbands to monitor attendance and increase student safety. While the above mentioned applications are important, the list does not end there, these bands can be used across most industries for various applications.

What is an RFID Enabled Wristbands?

In simple terms, RFID bands systems contain two parts: a tag and a reader. An RFID tag embedded in the wristband contains an antenna; the majority of these tags are passive. Passive RFID tags are small data transponders that are powered by the radiation received from a querying RFID reader – these tags “wake – up” when irradiated by the reader.Active RFID wristbands contain batteries and can send signals to readers. Readers can be mounted on walls, doorways, ceiling or be hand held.A lost child wearing a barcode wristband in RFID bands in an amusement park can be located by the reader infrastructure which then transmits that location information to his/her parents.

RFID-Wristbands in Healthcare:

There are many applications for RFID technology in healthcare. These bands specifically can be used in patient safety applications.These applications can provide patient tracking and identification services through the use of Radio-frequency identification wristbands. Additionally the use of RFID bands in healthcare can improve resource utilization and expedite patient admission process within all hospital departments. Due to the lack of real-time data, majority of the hospitals find it hard to keep track of their patients’ whereabouts while the hospital staff is on the move, thus leading to delays in patient admission from the emergency department.By assigning RFID bands to patients at the point of admission, recording patient information on these wristbands and strategically placing RFID readers throughout the hospital, patients can be located and identified while moving freely around the hospital, thus decreasing delays throughout the hospital.

In addition, RFID wristbands can be used to record patient information to correctly identify patients.Incorrect identification of patients can lead to incorrect drug administration, execution of undesired procedures, misfiling of results and medical documentation and can cause general delays.RFID enabled wristbands can, not only store patient information, but can have read and write capabilities as well.Usually, nurses and hospital personnel take notes by hand and then enter them into databases, leaving room for human error and causing general delays in hospital proceedings.With RFID enabled wristbands patient information, can be retrieved from the database via a wireless network by getting RFID enabled handheld devices in the vicinity of the wristbands. Hospital personal can obtain information on their patient instantly through patient’s wristband. With the use of RFID enabled wristbands doctors and nurses can monitor patients’ in real time, decrease mistakes and allow for a faster patient admission and treatment.

Some hospitals are already employing RFID enabled wristbands to help them track and identify patients. In 2003, The Albert Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia, PA deployed a passive RFID identification tracking system. Since the deployment the hospital increased emergency department traffic flow by 24% and decreased the number of patients leaving before receiving care by 3%.

RFID Enabled Wristbands in the Entertainment Industry

RFID wristbands can have various applications in the entertainment industry. Amusement parks, cruises, concerts and festivals could all benefit from Radio-frequency identification wristband deployment. RFID bands in amusement parks can provide customers with convenience and security. According to some studies, over 27% of all families that visit an amusement park loose one of their children while there. With the use of these bands parks can prevent children from being lost.These bands assigned to park goers at the point of ticket purchase, can store basic information such as name, telephone number and address of the person wearing the wristband. Parents with lost children could go to park administration and retrieve their child’s location.Paramount’s Great American in Santa Clara, CA is a perfect example of an amusement park using RFID enabled wristbands to track park goers. Great American attendees get RFID bands with his/her name. One of many antennas scattered throughout the park -whichever is closest to the person at any given moment -reads the wristband and sends the information to the park’s administration.Parents who lose their children can go to any service kiosk, wave their own wristband, and bring up maps showing their kids’ locations.

Cruises, concerts and festivals could all benefit from similar Radio-frequency identification wristband applications. By utilizing RFID enabled wristbands, these ventures can not only track their customers but also provide them with convenience and security.

Royal Caribbean Oasis did just that, when it set sail in December 2009. The world’s largest cruise ship provided its customers with RFID wristbands that not only offered families and groups a way to track their members, but to also allowed users to make reservations at restaurant’s and spas. The application used Wi-Fi based RFID tags in wristbands and Apple iPhones. The location information was transmitted to the iPhone user to send alerts, to those wearing wristbands. This allowed for users to move freely about the cruise ship without worrying about their family members being lost. 2Live sector can also benefit from Radio-frequency identification wristband deployment. By storing bank account information on RFID enabled wristbands, attendees will not need to bring their debit cards, cash, and credit cards to the venue, therefore eliminating theft that occurs at concerts, sporting events and other similar events. Similarly, medical information can be stored on Radio-frequency identification wristbands, therefore upgrading safety for individuals in case of an emergency. Additionally, RFID enabled wristbands allow administration personal to monitor the crowds. By scanning wristbands by readers that contain all of the information of all the wristband holders attending, and sending this data wirelessly to a server, crowds can be monitored and controlled in real time. In 2004, South by Southwest (SXSW), a music festival held annually in Austin, Texas, used Radio-frequency identification wristbands to prevent counterfeiting of wristbands, eliminate over – crowding and to increase public safety at their events.

RFID Wristband Application in Defense

RFID enabled wristband applications vary when it comes to defense. These wristbands can be used to track wounded in warfare, track soldiers on battlefields, help families track relatives and identify victims during natural disasters. In 2007, U.S. Navy used RFID enabled wristbands to track and identify the wounded naval officers arriving at the field hospitals in Iraq. By employing these wristbands and satellite communication, medical personnel could better plan for arriving casualties. Additionally, the U.S. military has been considering using RFID to track soldiers on the battlefield to warn and monitor those going in and out of chemical or biological hot zones.

Some companies have been employing Radio-frequency identification wristbands to help families prevent their loved ones, who are at risk, from wandering away from the house. If an individual wearing the wristband approaches a door, an alarm sounds. This application is perfect for individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s or similar conditions.

Moving Forward

RFID wristbands can be used across many industries, and in various applications. However, the same holds true regardless of the industry or the application: RFID bands are becoming the standard in people identification and tracking.RFID enabled wristbands are used in healthcare, defense, entertainment industries and even some schools are starting to employ RFID to track student attendance. While the cost of Radio-frequency identification wristband systems may seem daunting, the system’s ability track patients in hospitals, cut down cost of counterfeit tickets at festivals, increase security and track wounded is a major plus.

St. John’s Church goes back at least to the 12th Century, but it was wholly rebuilt on a section of the town wall in the late 1300′s. Known as St. John on the wall, the new foundation owed its existence to Walter Frampton, who was elected Lord Mayor of Bristol, three times. His tomb is inside.

Atop the perpendicular tower is the city’s only remaining mediaeval spire. It’s an example of a narrow aisleless church – but its height gives a feeling of space.

Inside is an alabaster tomb with no inscription. It is thought to be William Barrett, who is the antiquarian to be that of Thomas Rosley, who died in 1478, and has a brass to his memory in the church above. Rowley had six sons and six daughters and there are figures representing this on the side of the tomb.

St. John’s was joined to the church of St. Lawrence, which stood to the south and shared the same tower. But as 1580, through lack of money, was shut down and demolished soon after.

You can reach St. John’s churchyard through Tailor’s Court, which was known for Hasardysgarden in 1390. It was consecrated in 1409, though there was opposition from St. James Priory.

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St. James Church was originally built as a small Priory of Benedictine, monks.

Founded in the 1120′s by Earl Robert of Gloucester. Tradition says that when Bristol Castle was being built, every 10th stone brought from Normandy was given for the construction of this church.

In 1374, St. James became the church of a new parish. A perpendicular tower was added for the parish bells. It has the idiosyncrasy of one pinnacle rising higher than the other three. The nave was given a new timber roof, resting on carved stone corbels.

The Little Brothers of Nazareth is the present custodians. The Church houses the tomb of Sir Charles Somerset, who died in 1598, at the age of 64.

The week – long St. James Fair was held annually in the churchyard from mediaeval times. A great deal of business and trading was carried on and the streets around were filled with stalls and booths. There were amusements as well, and the church elders gradually decided that such goings-on were not suitable. So in 1837, they held the last fair. The Fair was attended by: thirty merchants, as well as circuses, actors, and peep- shows. Towards the end of the 19th Century, the churchyard was used occasionally as a fairground and later as a public park. Eventually it was covered by a large department store. The base of the old churchyard remains.

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St. Stephen’s Church was outside the old city wall, but enclosed by the later one. The elegance of its 15th Century Perpendicular Gothic style tower has been remarked upon for centuries by travelers and historians.

Before the reformation, St. Stephens contained several chantry chapels, but these altars were destroyed in the period of religious zeal. The tomb of the founder of one of these chantries remains – that of Edmund Blanket, who died in 1371. There is also a memorial to Martin Pring, who sailed to America and discovered Plymouth Harbor in 1603.

The crisp, carved lines of the tower still rise above the far less distinguished buildings that this century has thrown around it. The body of the church however is shadowed by this enclosure.

St. Stephens is the official parish church of the city, and often times holds lunchtime organ concerts.

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St. Marks is known as the Lord Mayor’s chapel. Originally it was the chapel of the Hospital of the Gaunts. Tradition says that because the Berkeley family endowed it — it was built looking not east, but northeast, facing the Berkeley lands.

St. Marks was endowed to the bon-hommes, who occupied ground from College Green, to Pipe Lane. They give daily help to 100 people.

Nearby Orchard Street was named for its orchard.

The east- end of the church was reconstructed around 1520, but dates back to the 13th Century. The tower dates from 1487. Grotesque carvings decorate the exterior of the tower and nave. By the 1720′s only the chapel remained, and even that was in poor repair. It was then repaired and used as the Corporation Chapel.

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St. Paul Church opened in 1974. It became known as the wedding cake church from the unusual tiered tower, also described as semi- Chinese.

St. Paul Church adjoins the church and was once a part of the churchyard. Lacking in an adequate congregation, the church was closed in 1988, and in 2001 a careful renovation of the church begun.

The color country of southern Utah! That’s our logo. We used to be the fruit basket of America because I can remember the old white sign with the faded cornucopia and it’s colorful fruits pouring from it’s mouth. It was such a tired, old sign and probably painted sometime in the early 70′s. But I always liked it. It gave me the sense that there was such an abundance of nature. With a good 7 months a year where the sun shines warm enough to keep things growing, it was easy for nature to produce. And an abundance of nature is what southern Utah is.

So why did southern Utah’s logo get changed to the color country? From my window I see mountains that are purple, blue, green, red, white, pink, black, coral and brown. And these aren’t just subtle hues of each color. I’m talking full value. I’m surrounded by these colors and sometimes it just blows my mind how varied in color and rich this landscape is. In fact I have been told, and even with all the traveling I have done, have yet to dispute. That southern Utah is the most colorful state in the u.S. Even possibly in the whole world. It is also my understanding that Utah is the state with the highest concentration of national and recreational parks, boasting Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon, Snow Canyon, Red Cliffs, Moab, etc. And all being absolutely stunning.

One thing about being from Utah which has amused me to no end are the reactions I get from various people when asked where I’m from. And when I answer there are 2 standard replies that I have pretty much heard across the board. Reply a: Why would you live there, you cant drink in Utah? Reply b: Wow! You are so lucky. And 9 times out of 10, reply a has never even visited Utah. Coming here changes you. It’s silent, strong, striking and it’s beautiful.

Yas Island might still be in its first stages of development but completely new interesting attractions are now being continually provided to visitors. One of several attractions in Yas Island includes the Yas Marina Circuit, Ferrari Amusement park, Yas Links Golf Academy, and Yas Viceroy Hotel. Future development projects for Yas Island include the Warner Brother’s amusement park, Yas Mall, and Yas Island Waterpark. Yas Island’s interesting attractions are worth going to and certainly turn the island into an exceptional tourist spot.

Ferrari World Theme Park

The Ferrari World Theme Park in Abu Dhabi is the world’s largest indoor amusement park. It opened last 2010 and is particularly built with a 200,000 sq. meter red top, with a double curve body shape of a Ferrari GT. The amusement park itself is 86,000 square meters big (which can fit several football fields). It had been constructed as one of the government’s major projects to modify Yas Island right into a top vacationer leisure destination. The theme park features many rides and attractions like the G-Force ride, the world’s quickest roller. Additional thrilling attractions are the Formula Rossa, Scuderia Challenge, and Fiorano GT Challenge. Rides and interesting attractions for the kids include things like Bell’Italia, Carousel, Junior Training Camp, and Junior GT. The amusement park offers attractions for the whole family like the Speed of Magic, Galleria Ferrari, Paddock, and the Pit Wall.

Yas Marina Circuit

The Yas Marina Circuit was opened during 2009 to concur with the Formula 1; Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Providing a venue and facilities for general public and corporate clients, the Yas Marina Circuit is much more than just a destination for motorsport. It is the only motor racing venue anywhere in the world where the grand stands are covered. Visitors can drive a car around the circuit with the option to get driving packages and racing lessons from Yas KartZone, Yas Racing School, and Yas Drag Racing Center. The Yas Marina Circuit endorses the development of sports tradition in the UAE and aims to become the center of motorsports in the whole of Middle East.

Yas Viceroy Hotel

When it comes to Yas Island hotels, the Yas Viceroy Hotel is considered the most well-known not just for offering 5 star services to its visitors but in addition for its unique location which is set over a Formula 1; race circuit. This Yas hotel has approximately 500 guest rooms and suites with a numerous dining choices offering cuisines from various parts of the world. Spa services and fitness facilities are also available for hotel visitors. For conference meetings, or exclusive parties, the Yas Viceroy offers large venues with amazing views to make any event unique. Yas Viceroy Hotel’s prime location puts a wide range of activities and cultural venues in easy reach such as the Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Links Golf Course, Ferrari World Theme Park, Abu Dhabi Cultural Center, and AL Forsan International Sports Resort. The Yas hotel is also within close range of the island’s pristine beaches.

When booking a holiday, think about what it is that the family likes. If you have young children then you will to find somewhere that will be able to amuse them and keep them entertained for the duration of your stay. If you are travelling abroad then this means kids clubs that many hotels offer give parents some peace and quiet.

If you are staying in the UK then you can choose one of the holiday companies that offer a wide range of activities for children and adults. To find the most competitively priced deals then you can search online, you can also use online services to find some discount codes that will enable you to save even more money.

Spending your travel money wisely is very important. We all tend to overspend as we lose track of what we are spending simply because we are having a great time, running out of money though means taking more out which is a problem for two reasons; the first being that taking out more money may not be feasible and the second is taking money out on a credit or debit card may result in huge charges from your bank.

If you want to travel abroad then there are many cities that great to visit that will not cost you an arm and a leg. This is mainly due to budget airlines that are now at the forefront of the airline industry having been so successful with their business model of a no-frills service. Booking online using the budget airlines can mean you save hundreds of pounds.

In the past, last minute booking ensured you got the best prices but now it is the opposite as last minute bookings mean you pay more. Booking in advance can mean useful savings and more money is available to you to spend whilst at your destination.

Of course the best way to save money and have fun at the same time is to holiday in the UK. There are plenty of great places to visit like Cornwall and Devon, and in the summer these types of destinations have a holiday feel about them so you can still have that relaxed feeling of being on holiday.

The onset of cold and snowy weather often brings on a desire to escape to a sunny warm place for a winter vacation. Unfortunately, what started out as a wonderful trip can be ruined by a personal injury while you are away.

There are, of course, a variety of ways that you might be injured on vacation, or traveling to a vacation. Airports are arenas for hustling, rushing, anxious travelers to catch flights, often creating hazards for fellow travelers. Airports themselves may have limited liability for injuries suffered on their premises. Private establishments, such as restaurants or bars, within the airport have a duty to provide you with a reasonably safe place to sit, relax and enjoy meals. If they fail to meet that obligation and you are injured, you may be entitled to recover compensation.

Much attention has been drawn recently to delays suffered by passengers sitting and suffering hour after hour waiting to deplane or takeoff. Recently, a few states have enacted an Airline Passengers’ Bill of Rights, which specifically outlines how an airline is required to treat a passenger and whether or not an airline is required to offer compensation for delays. Currently, New Jersey does not have such a law, but a bill to enact one is pending in the Legislature.

Cruise ship injuries have gained notoriety as such vacations have become more popular. A cruise ship is no different than a hotel on land – both have the duty to provide a reasonably safe place for you. Injuries suffered by you because of their failure to do so, may entitle you to compensation.

Tours and boat rides may be dangerous when traveling to other countries while on vacation. Operators neither licensed, nor connected with a reputable resort or hotel present hazardous opportunities for serious injuries. Often times their equipment is defective and does meet standards which are commonplace in the United States. Many of these operators have no insurance, leaving you without recourse if injured due to their negligence. While on vacation, it is important to only choose reputable tour companies.

Many people enjoy amusement parks, theme parks or water parks while on vacation. Injuries on defective rides, or improperly maintained walkways within such parks are not uncommon. Hundreds of people are left each year with neck, back and head injuries from amusement and theme park mishaps, causing them to spend significant time in hospitals or getting other medical treatment instead of enjoying their vacation. Some states do not regulate safety procedures for amusement and theme parks.

Once you have landed at your destination, you may rent a car to enjoy your vacation. All persons using the roadways have a duty to operate their motor vehicles in a reasonably safe manner. Failing to do so, causing an accident and injuries, may result in liability. It is important for you to know that the car you are renting is sufficiently insured either through the rental car agency, or your own policy.

If you do suffer an injury while on vacation it is vital that you notify the manager of your hotel, the captain of the ship, the manager of the amusement park, so there is a record of what happened. When you come home, you want to be able to access the person whom you notified and the documentation they created on the particulars of your accident.

Some states offer immunity to certain recreational or vacation establishments from civil liability for negligence, unless certain conditions are met. For example, in New Jersey, amusement park and amusement ride owners are protected from injuries to riders unless the accident has been reported to the owner within ninety (90) days.

If a lawsuit needs to filed, you may be limited as to where it can be filed, depending on the type of accident you had and where it happened.

If your vacation has been spoiled by an accident, it is important that you contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to protect your rights right away.

Monument and Palmer Lake, also known as Tri-Lakes Area

Monument and Palmer Lake have a great small town feel, yet many amenities can be met. These towns can fit anyones needs.

Upscale, average joe, sportsmen, athletes, families, art fans, and kids. If you haven’t heard, Monument has the biggest small town 4th of July parade. Then Palmer Lake presents amazing fireworks that night. Of course, if you missed this, there are many things to see and do in the Tri-Lakes area.

Parks and playgrounds, Santa Fe Trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, fishing, many diverse and unusual restaurants and cafe’s, art galleries galore, historic buildings and homes.

Every third Thursday, May through July Monument has their Art Hop from 4-8 pm. And, every Wednesday through August 8 Monument has concerts in Limbach Park from 7-9 pm.

I just started a new blog to let people know about the area, soon you will get to know and see the many different places and hot spots. You can check it out at :

http://escapetomonument.blogspot.com

This is a must see!

On the third thursday of every month, May through October, our art galleries, restaurants and shops of Historic Downtown Monument, CO stay open until 8pm for a celebration of art openings, amazing food, and live music for all!

The Gallery Center at the corner of Beaconlite and 2nd streets. For art lovers from all over the globe. Our small town has amazing and amusing creations.

The Second Street Art Market features glass art by Nancy Bonig throughout the year, and many other interesting pieces by other artists.

Bella Art and Frame has upscale custom framing mixed with unusual fine crafts, many made by local artisans.

Ah, now for all of us booklovers, Covered Treasures Bookstore is everything a reader needs. New and used books: bestsellers, classics, local and Colorado history, maps and hiking guides. Seven days a week they are open, if they don’t have it they can order it. Nice cozy feel without the attitude of the chain stores.

We can enjoy ourselves on the patio at La Casa Fiesta Mexican Restaurant. They feature Southern New Mexico style Mexican food, with a warm, friendly, family atmosphere. The best Margarita’s on Front street, Mexican beer, and a full bar. Art hoppers can relax and have an “After Hop” at La Casa Fiesta. Shawn and Mary are the owners, they are such wonderful and accommodating people. La Casa has live music for the Art Hop and usually on Fridays and Saturdays.

Our local newspaper is the Tri-Lakes Tribune which shares hometown news, local information and events with homes and businesses in the area, Black Forest, Gleneagle and north Colorado Springs. They are affiliated with Colorado Community Newspapers. CCN has been created to easily give the local news to smaller communities, the news about their direct area that they really want to know.

The Coffee Cup Cafe, a fixture in Monument for many, many years. It has gone through different owners, but they always kept the same name. They must have understood the importance of this particular cafe and its 20th century history. It is a popular hometown restaurant that offers breakfast and lunch 7 days a week. They have a wide range of selections with specials for every meal every weekday. You have to try the “World Famous Country Fries”.

The Love Shop is quite interesting. Kathi has unique gifts like Willow Tree angels & figurines, candles, lodge decor, inspirational books, music & cards, teacups & teas, Pandora jewelry and much, much more. You must look all over this store to really see the interesting trinkets she has!

For many families, summer means planning a vacation so that everyone can relax and have some fun. Even when money is tight, it’s important to schedule some quality time together. After all, fun doesn’t have to mean expensive. If you ask most people about their favorite family vacation, most times they will recall fond memories of a trip that was enjoyable but economical. Here are five ideas for affordable family summer vacations that everyone will enjoy.

Plan a Family Water Park Adventure

It’s hard to beat a water park for hot summer fun. There are many water parks from which to choose, so it shouldn’t be hard to find one located near you. These parks offer different features, with some providing more features for families with small children, and others being preferable for adults and teens. Do a bit of research, and you’re sure to find a park that your entire family will enjoy. You can spend a whole week at a water park resort, or just spend a day or two. It can even be fun to visit an area which features many water parks, such as the Wisconsin Dells, which bills itself as the water park capital of the world. There are over twenty resorts with indoor water parks, and some even have outdoor water parks during the summer season.

Visit an Amusement Park

Amusement parks offer something for everyone. Depending on your family’s interests, you can choose from theme parks such as Disney World, or parks which feature wild and exciting roller coasters for thrilling fun. Some amusement parks are located in areas with other interesting attractions, such as Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Many amusement parks offer discounted or even season passes which will allow you to visit several times over the summer for one price.

Go to the Zoo

A perennial favorite for family vacations, everyone enjoys a trip to the zoo. Choose a nearby zoo, or plan a trip to another state and visit a zoo that you’ve never been to before. In addition to being a lot of fun, a trip to the zoo is also educational. Take a trip to the library a couple of weeks before your trip so that your children can read up on their favorite animals ahead of time. Admission prices for zoos are almost always economical, making this one of the least expensive and most fun-filled trips you can plan for summer fun.

Hang Out at the Beach

Many families enjoy spending some time at the beach during their summer vacation. Depending on the location you choose, a trip to the beach might mean relaxing in the sand and sun, or enjoying the nightlife along the entertainment strips. Many beaches also have other fun activities within close driving distance, such as museums, water and amusement parks, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy great food. Popular beaches on the east coast include Myrtle Beach, Virginia Beach, and Hilton Head Island. There are also many great beaches along the Florida and California coastlines. Renting a beach house for a week can be quite economical, especially since you’ll be able to save money by cooking your own meals.

Just Jump in the Car and Go

There’s no rule that states a family vacation has to be well-planned. If you’re looking for something fun to do, fill the gas tank, jump in the car and drive. You’ll be amazed how many interesting things you’ll find to do if you don’t have a set plan in mind. Whatever you do together, be sure to take plenty of photographs and have a great time.

Gurgaon is one of the most rapidly developing cities in India. This magnificent city is located in the northern end of Haryana. This is one of the most sought after areas of NCR i.e. the National Capital Region. Gurgaon is home to most of the major IT companies and it offers probably the best infrastructure available in form of housing societies, schools and hospitals in and around the city.

A part of mythological history is associated with the name of Gurgaon. There is a legend that the city of Gurgaon had derived its name after Dronacharya. Dronacharya was the teacher of Pandavas and Kauravas according to the great Indian epic Mahabharata. Originally, the town was named as Guru Gaon or Guru Gram that means Village of Teachers. The city of Gurgaon is situated right amidst the Aravali Hill range that is considered as the oldest hill range in the world.

In spite of being one of the major industrial and corporate hub, the city has projected itself as one of the most preferred and ideal tourist destinations in India. Information about the tourist destinations and sightseeing enables the visitors to know how much the city has to offer to its guests. The most visited and sought after tourist destinations in Gurgaon include Sultanpur National Park & Bird Sanctuary, Damdama Lake, Surajkund, Red Fort, Akshardham Temple, Rashtrapati Bhawan and numerous other must visit attractions. Almost all of the above mentioned attractions are located within a very convenient reach.

Sultanpur National Park & Bird Sanctuary is situated just around fifty kilometers from Delhi and merely fifteen kilometers from Gurgaon. This park is a heaven for the people who love to watch birds and birding. This is the best place to watch some exquisite migratory birds in winter. The bird sanctuary is stretched over an area of about 359 acres. Initially, the park was established as a bird sanctuary in the year 1971 but in 1991, it was upgraded to National Park by the Government of Haryana.

This sanctuary is an ideal hide out for more than two hundred and fifty species of Birds. Most of them are resident while some birds migrate from countries like Afghanistan, Europe and Siberia. This is must visit attraction for the visitor who love to watch birds also for the people who are looking for a break from their routine busy life.

Damdama Lake is another great place to have fun and adventure. This lake is located ideally in between Aravalli Hills offering a great picturesque backdrop. It is the biggest natural lake in Haryana. If boating is the thing that amuses you then you have ample opportunities for the same in the lake. You can enjoy different types of boating such as Paddle, Row and Motor boating here in Damdama Lake. Along with boating, one can also go for rock climbing, camel rides, sailing, hot air ballooning and rowing.

The best time to visit Gurgaon is during spring seasons from February to April and from August to November. The summers and winters are quite uncomfortable and not favorable for tourism. The winters of the regions are very chilly while the summers bring immense heat waves.